Preparedness
The Preparedness Section is composed of four distinct branches dedicated to the training, planning, exercising, and response coordination of emergency services to community and non-governmental agencies.
The Training Branch
Our Training Office provides a variety of courses throughout Arizona, as well as arranging for attendance at training for many out-of-state federal programs.
The Exercise Branch
The focus of an exercise should always be on locating and eliminating problems before an actual emergency occurs. Corrective actions are an important part of exercise design, evaluation and after-action reports.
The Planning Branch
The Planning Branch is responsible for developing and maintaining emergency plans and procedures, as well as coordinating the development of plans across different agencies and organizations.
The Situation Unit Branch
The DEMA Situation Unit supports agency initiatives and projects through all phases of emergency management, from developing web applications, administrating workflows, conducting critical data stewardship.